Backend Engineer – AWS, Python, TypeScript (Hybrid, Berlin)

About the role

We are looking for a Backend Engineer with strong expertise in AWS, Python and TypeScript to join our team in Berlin. You will help design, build and maintain the backend of a leading qualitative data analysis platform used worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Design and maintain AWS‑based backend architecture.
• Develop efficient Lambda functions using modern frameworks.
• Optimize performance and scalability with PostgreSQL, DynamoDB and caching strategies.
• Implement robust testing (unit, integration, end‑to‑end).
• Maintain development and documentation standards using Poetry, GitHub Actions and Confluence.
• Manage interfaces between core products, account system and desktop applications.
• Collaborate with frontend, AI, QA, product and UX/UI teams.
• Contribute to an agile, supportive team culture.

Required profile

• 3+ years of hands‑on backend development experience.
• Proficiency with Python frameworks such as Django, Flask or FastAPI.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services (Lambda, S3, etc.) and desire to deepen expertise.
• Experience with TypeScript or JavaScript and libraries like Boto3.
• Solid background with PostgreSQL, DynamoDB and ORM tools.
• Familiarity with dependency management (Poetry, pip) and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions).
• Experience working in Scrum or Kanban agile teams.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Required skills

• Python
• Django / Flask / FastAPI
• AWS (Lambda, S3, etc.)
• TypeScript / JavaScript
• Boto3
• PostgreSQL
• DynamoDB
• ORM tools
• Poetry
• pip / UV
• GitHub Actions

What we offer

• Annual salary up to €85,000, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working model with a modern office near Berlin central station.
• Gym membership, transport tickets and discount schemes.
• Free fruit, vegetables, snacks and drinks.
• Monthly breakfast/lunch outings and regular after‑work events.